Ryne Sandberg

A couple of Miami Marlins’ managers will have busy offseason. Double-A manager earlier this season agreed to manage Cibao in the Dominican winter league, and this week the Arizona Fall League announced Triple-A New Orleans manager Andy Haines will manage the Salt River Rafters. The AFL showcases many of the game’s top prospects during a six-week run that culminates with a Nov. 15 championship game. Haines will oversee prospects from the Marlins, Diamondbacks, Rockies, Astros and Twins. “I’m just appreciative of the opportunity,” Haines said. “We have a lot of good instructors, so I don’t take it for granted. I know what a good...

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